The Oak Tree Race is going solo this year and registration is open. To minimize gathering of racers, volunteers, and race-workers, the Solo Oak Tree will be organized as an 'on-your-own-race' at a date and time of your choosing, but will take place on the scenic Oak Tree course! Your reduced price entry will support local conservation efforts. A complete list of runners and times will be published so you can see how your run stacks up against … [Read more...]
Mystery Seeds From China Received Throughout Our Area
The Livingston County’s Sheriff Office is joining in with other officials throughout our country to not open the packets and report them to his office. It is being reported that citizens in all 50 states are receiving these unsolicited packets of seeds postmarked from China. The US Department of Agriculture speculates that the seeds may be just part of a “brushing scam” where the seller posts false customer reviews to boost sales. A more … [Read more...]
FOODLINK SUPPORTS FARMS & FAMILIES IN LIVINGSTON & WYOMING COUNTIES
The Nourish NY Program has been successful in providing support for the state’s agriculture industry and families facing financial challenges because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Foodlink has purchased 697,746 pounds of surplus food from farmers since the launch of the Nourish New York initiative in early May, according to State Agriculture Commissioner Richard Ball, This includes 67,807 pounds of milk and 629,939 pounds of fruit … [Read more...]
The DIGIES: Celebrating Our Student’s Creativity!
LeRoy, New York, July 21, 2020 - The DIGIES is an annual digital media conference and festival run by the School Library System, a program of the Genesee Valley BOCES. The mission of The DIGIES is to strengthen the digital media continuum between PreK-12 schools, higher education and professional institutions. The DIGIES recognizes student potential in an annual festival format and draws student entries from all throughout the region … [Read more...]
Students Named to FLCC Spring Semester’s Dean’s List Topples Over 500
A total of 556 full- and part-time students were named to the Finger Lakes Community College dean’s list for spring 2020. While they reside all over the state the following surrounding counties should be proud. Livinston, 8, Erie, 5, Steuben 4, Monroe and Wayne over 20 each, Ontario 1 million. Ok, we jest but there are many from Ontario. To be named to the dean’s list, students must have a 3.5 grade point average and meet other … [Read more...]
Local Representatives Heavily Criticize Cuomo’s Phase IV
“It is incredibly disappointing that the Governor is once again making arbitrary, last-minute decisions on New York’s reopening process. After waiting patiently for months and investing great time and resources towards developing reopening plans, deep cleaning their facilities and reconfiguring their spaces to meet strict safety protocols, businesses previously scheduled to open in Phase 4 are once again on hold ,” said Senator George … [Read more...]
Farm Markets, Ice Cream, Adventure & More! in Wyoming County
Farmers' Market season is finally here! Here are three local markets you can visit -while supporting agriculture in Wyoming County. You can connect directly with local farmers and producers. Purchase fresh vegetables, maple products, cheeses, flowers, an assortment of meats, lotions, and crafts, while consuming art & entertainment. Interested consumers may request a FREE “Wyoming County Adventure Guide!” The … [Read more...]
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